To make the line plot, we need to count how many times each number appears in the list of data. This tells us how many "X" marks to put above each number on the number line.
Step 1: Organize the Data
Let's look at the numbers provided in the box and sort them from smallest to largest to make counting easier:
51, 51, 51, 52, 53, 53, 53, 54, 54, 55, 55, 55, 55, 55
Step 2: Count the Frequency
Now, let's count how many times each specific weight appears:
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51: Appears
3 times.
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52: Appears
1 time.
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53: Appears
3 times.
*
54: Appears
2 times.
*
55: Appears
5 times.
*(Check: $3 + 1 + 3 + 2 + 5 = 14$. There are 14 days of data, so our count is correct.)*
Step 3: Plot the Data
On the number line labeled "Fruits (in pounds)", place an 'X' above each number for every time it appears in the list. Stack the X's vertically.
* Above
51, draw
3 X's.
* Above
52, draw
1 X.
* Above
53, draw
3 X's.
* Above
54, draw
2 X's.
* Above
55, draw
5 X's.
Final Answer:
To complete the line plot, place the following number of X marks above each number on the number line:
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51: 3 X's
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52: 1 X
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53: 3 X's
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54: 2 X's
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55: 5 X's
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of line plot 2nd grade worksheet.